Shoulder Cane Abduction AAROM (Active Assisted Range of Motion) is an effective exercise to improve shoulder mobility, especially when recovering from injury or surgery. This exercise helps increase your arm’s range of motion by using a cane for gentle assistance during abduction (moving the arm away from the body).
How to Perform Shoulder Cane Abduction AAROM – Standing
What You’ll Need:
- A cane or similar long object
- A stable standing position
Steps:
- Stand Tall: Begin by standing upright with good posture, holding the cane with both hands in front of your body.
- Assist with Your Unaffected Side: Using your unaffected arm, help guide your affected arm outward and upward into abduction (moving the arm away from your body).
- Reach Actively: Focus on actively using the muscles in your affected arm to raise it as far as you can comfortably.
- Use the Cane for Assistance: Once you’ve reached your limit, gently use the cane to assist further movement and increase your range of motion.
- Lower Slowly: Carefully return your arm to the starting position, maintaining control throughout the movement.
- Repeat: Perform the movement for the recommended repetitions, ensuring smooth, controlled motions.
Pro Tips:
- Perform the exercise slowly to maintain proper form and avoid using momentum.
- Keep your core engaged to support your posture and prevent leaning.
- Gradually increase the range of motion as your shoulder becomes stronger and more flexible.
This exercise is great for rebuilding shoulder strength and flexibility while preventing overstrain during recovery.